Asuquo Edet graduated from Akwa Ibom State University 13 years after suffering a horrific attack caused by witchcraft charges.

The incident took place in 2014 in Udung Uko Local Government Area, where he was allegedly beaten and left for dead by relatives who blamed him for his father’s illness and death.

He was eventually saved by Danish humanitarian Anja Ringgren Lovén and her husband, who gave medical attention and assistance with his rehabilitation and education.

Inspiration and Public Reaction
His graduation in 2026 has received considerable acclaim, with many characterising his journey as a testament to resilience and hope in the face of tragedy.

“I came to Nigeria 13 years ago, and one of the first children we rescued was Asuquo. He had been accused of being a witch and attacked brutally,” Lovén shared, recounting how he was found severely injured but determined to survive.

She added, “From being left for dead in the bush to earning a degree in Genetics and Biotechnology, Asuquo has shown the world what strength and kindness truly mean. He has always been a bright and compassionate young man.”

The result follows years of rising lobbying against dangerous witchcraft accusations in regions of Nigeria.

Similar occurrences in Akwa Ibom and Cross River states triggered local and international actions in 2016, resulting in campaigns to safeguard vulnerable children.

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